Alberta Class 7 Learner's Knowledge Test — Questions and Answers

Question 1: On which vehicles can you find a combination of flashing red and white lights?

Firetrucks and ambulances (Correct answer)
Snow removal vehicles
Police patrol vehicles
Tow trucks

Correct answer: Firetrucks and ambulances

In Alberta, emergency vehicles like firetrucks and ambulances are equipped with a combination of flashing red and white lights. These distinctive lights are used to signal their emergency status and alert other drivers to yield the right-of-way. This helps ensure they can respond quickly and safely to critical situations.

Question 2: What is the speed limit in playground zones in Alberta?

40 km/h
30 km/h (Correct answer)
20 km/h
50 km/h

Correct answer: 30 km/h

Playground zones have a 30 km/h speed limit from dawn to dusk to protect children at play.

Question 3: Two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at exactly the same time from different directions — who yields?

Both vehicles wait until one moves first
The vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right (Correct answer)
The vehicle on the right yields to the vehicle on the left
The vehicle going straight yields to the turning vehicle

Correct answer: The vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right

When two vehicles arrive simultaneously, the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.

Question 4: What is considered distracted driving?

Using a GPS mounted on the dashboard
Talking to a passenger
Any activity that diverts attention from driving, including eating, grooming, or using devices (Correct answer)
Only texting while driving

Correct answer: Any activity that diverts attention from driving, including eating, grooming, or using devices

Distracted driving is any activity that takes your attention away from driving, not limited to phones — it includes eating, applying makeup, or looking at maps.

Question 5: What should you do if you encounter a road that is flooded?

Turn around — never attempt to drive through flooded roadways
Drive through slowly to minimise the time in water
Accelerate to prevent the engine from flooding (Correct answer)
Drive along the centre to avoid deeper water at the sides

Correct answer: Accelerate to prevent the engine from flooding

Even shallow-looking floodwater can conceal washed-out road surface, carry vehicles away, or stall engines — turning around is always the safe choice.

Question 6: What is a controlled intersection?

An intersection on a one-way street
An intersection staffed by a police officer only
Any intersection with traffic signs, signals, or pavement markings that assign right of way (Correct answer)
An intersection with a roundabout

Correct answer: Any intersection with traffic signs, signals, or pavement markings that assign right of way

A controlled intersection has signs, signals, or pavement markings that regulate traffic flow and assign right of way.

Question 7: What is the speed limit on gravel roads in Alberta unless otherwise posted?

60 km/h
80 km/h (Correct answer)
100 km/h
50 km/h

Correct answer: 80 km/h

The default speed limit on gravel roads in Alberta is 80 km/h unless signs indicate otherwise.

Question 8: What should you do if you realize you are driving faster than conditions allow, even though you are within the posted speed limit?

Turn on hazard lights and maintain speed
Continue at the posted limit since it is legal
Increase following distance but maintain speed
Slow down because the basic speed rule requires safe speed for conditions (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Slow down because the basic speed rule requires safe speed for conditions

The basic speed rule requires you to reduce speed whenever conditions — such as rain, ice, fog, or heavy traffic — make the posted limit unsafe.

Question 9: Before changing lanes, a driver should:

Signal, check mirrors, and check the blind spot (Correct answer)
Signal and move immediately without delay
Check mirrors only, then signal and move
Check only the blind spot with no mirror check needed

Correct answer: Signal, check mirrors, and check the blind spot

The correct sequence is to signal your intention, check your mirrors for following traffic, then check the blind spot before moving into the new lane.

Question 10: What is the purpose of anti-lock brakes (ABS)?

To stop the vehicle more quickly on dry roads only
To prevent wheel lockup during hard braking, allowing the driver to steer while stopping (Correct answer)
To automatically apply brakes when a collision is detected
To reduce brake wear during normal driving

Correct answer: To prevent wheel lockup during hard braking, allowing the driver to steer while stopping

ABS prevents wheels from locking and skidding during hard braking, which maintains steering control and often shortens stopping distance on most surfaces.

Question 11: In Alberta, you may turn right at a red light after:

Flashing your lights and yielding
Slowing to 20 km/h and checking for traffic
Any time there is no cross-traffic visible
Coming to a complete stop and yielding to all traffic and pedestrians (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Coming to a complete stop and yielding to all traffic and pedestrians

A full stop is mandatory before a right turn on red; you must then yield to all cross-traffic and pedestrians before proceeding.

Question 12: What is the consequence of refusing a roadside breath or sobriety test in Alberta?

Refusal is a criminal offence with penalties equivalent to or greater than impaired driving (Correct answer)
A warning is issued
It is treated as a minor traffic infraction
The officer must let you go without testing

Correct answer: Refusal is a criminal offence with penalties equivalent to or greater than impaired driving

Refusing a lawful demand for a breath test or roadside sobriety test is a criminal offence in Canada and carries serious penalties.

Question 13: What is the 2-second following rule?

Maintain 2 seconds of eye contact at intersections
Check your mirrors every 2 seconds
Leave 2 car lengths between you and the vehicle ahead
After the car ahead passes a fixed point, you should pass the same point no sooner than 2 seconds later (Correct answer)

Correct answer: After the car ahead passes a fixed point, you should pass the same point no sooner than 2 seconds later

The 2-second rule ensures a safe following distance by timing the gap between your vehicle and the one ahead using a fixed reference point.

Question 14: Before changing lanes on a multi-lane road, what must you do?

Signal only if other vehicles are nearby
Signal, check both mirrors, and check the blind spot in the direction of the lane change (Correct answer)
Speed up slightly to create a gap before moving over
Just check your rearview mirror

Correct answer: Signal, check both mirrors, and check the blind spot in the direction of the lane change

A safe lane change requires signaling your intent, checking mirrors, and physically checking the blind spot to confirm the lane is clear.

Question 15: Double yellow line markings means:

The lane is designated for specific vehicles only.
You will soon approach a railway crossing.
Vehicles on each side must travel in opposite directions. (Correct answer)
Parking is prohibited because nearby traffic needs to turn in that area.

Correct answer: Vehicles on each side must travel in opposite directions.

Double yellow line markings on a road indicate that vehicles on each side must travel in opposite directions. These lines also typically signify that passing is prohibited for traffic moving in either direction. This ensures safety on two-way roads by preventing head-on collisions.

Question 16: On which type of road may you legally park on the left-hand side facing traffic?

A divided highway
Any residential street
A one-way street (Correct answer)
A two-lane highway

Correct answer: A one-way street

On a one-way street, parking on the left side is permitted because traffic flows in only one direction.

Question 17: When can you enter the turning lane?

You can enter 15 meters prior to the intersection. (Correct answer)
You can enter between 5-10 meters away from the tracks.
You can enter 50 cm from the curb.
You can enter 300 meters away from the turning lane.

Correct answer: You can enter 15 meters prior to the intersection.

According to Alberta traffic regulations, drivers are permitted to enter a turning lane no more than 15 meters before the intersection. This rule is in place to prevent drivers from unnecessarily blocking through traffic by occupying the turning lane too early, thereby promoting smoother traffic flow and reducing potential hazards.

Question 18: When turning left at an intersection with oncoming traffic, who must yield?

The driver with the green light always proceeds first
Oncoming traffic must slow for the turning vehicle
The turning vehicle must yield to oncoming traffic (Correct answer)
Both drivers must stop and negotiate

Correct answer: The turning vehicle must yield to oncoming traffic

A left-turning driver must yield to oncoming vehicles and to pedestrians crossing the street being entered.

Question 19: What does a green traffic light mean when you are approaching an intersection?

It is safe to make any turn without signaling
You may proceed if the way is clear, but must still yield to pedestrians and emergency vehicles (Correct answer)
You must accelerate to clear the intersection quickly
You have absolute right of way and need not check for hazards

Correct answer: You may proceed if the way is clear, but must still yield to pedestrians and emergency vehicles

A green light permits you to proceed but does not override the duty to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk or approaching emergency vehicles.

Question 20: What is black ice and when is it most likely to form?

A thin transparent layer of ice that often forms overnight or early morning near the freezing point (Correct answer)
Thick visible ice that forms in winter storms
Ice found only on black asphalt roads
Ice that forms only on bridges and overpasses

Correct answer: A thin transparent layer of ice that often forms overnight or early morning near the freezing point

Black ice is nearly invisible because it is a thin transparent glaze that forms when temperatures dip near freezing, typically overnight or at dawn.

Question 21: At an uncontrolled intersection with no signs or signals, who has the right of way?

The vehicle going straight always
The vehicle travelling on the wider road
The vehicle on the right has the right of way (Correct answer)
The first vehicle to arrive

Correct answer: The vehicle on the right has the right of way

At an uncontrolled intersection, yield to vehicles approaching from your right.

Question 22: How many demerit points does a distracted driving conviction add to your Alberta driving record?

2 points
3 points (Correct answer)
5 points
6 points

Correct answer: 3 points

A distracted driving conviction in Alberta carries 3 demerit points in addition to the monetary fine.

Question 23: What is the speed limit in a school zone in Alberta when children are present?

50 km/h
20 km/h
40 km/h
30 km/h (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 30 km/h

Speed is reduced to 30 km/h in school zones during the posted hours to protect children.

Question 24: When merging onto a highway from an on-ramp, who must yield?

The vehicle on the right always yields
Both must slow to 60 km/h and merge together
Highway traffic must slow and let the merging vehicle in
The merging vehicle must yield to traffic already on the highway (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The merging vehicle must yield to traffic already on the highway

The vehicle entering the highway from an on-ramp must adjust speed and yield to vehicles already travelling on the highway.

Question 25: Who has the right of way inside a roundabout?

The vehicle on the right in all cases
Vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout (Correct answer)
Vehicles entering the roundabout
Emergency vehicles always

Correct answer: Vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout

Traffic already circulating in a roundabout has the right of way; entering drivers must yield.

Question 26: What does the phrase "space cushion" mean?

It is an airbag.
It is the distance from the steering wheel to you.
It is the distance from the car to the curb.
It is the distance that separates your car from the cars in front of you, behind you, and on either side of you. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: It is the distance that separates your car from the cars in front of you, behind you, and on either side of you.

A 'space cushion' refers to the safe buffer zone of open space that a driver maintains around their vehicle. This includes adequate following distance in front, sufficient space behind (by encouraging others not to tailgate), and clear lanes on either side. Maintaining a space cushion provides critical reaction time and escape routes in case of sudden hazards, enhancing overall road safety.

Question 27: What must you do at a flashing red traffic signal?

Wait until the light changes to green
Come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe (Correct answer)
Proceed without stopping if the way is clear
Treat it as a yield sign

Correct answer: Come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe

A flashing red light carries the same requirement as a stop sign — make a complete stop before proceeding.

Question 28: How far must you stop from a school bus with its stop arm extended?

At least 20 metres (Correct answer)
At least 30 metres
At least 5 metres
At least 10 metres

Correct answer: At least 20 metres

Alberta law requires vehicles to stop at least 20 metres from a school bus when its stop arm is extended.

Question 29: When turning left at a green light, you must yield to:

No one — a green light gives full right-of-way
Oncoming vehicles and pedestrians crossing your path (Correct answer)
Vehicles behind you only
Only pedestrians crossing your path

Correct answer: Oncoming vehicles and pedestrians crossing your path

A left-turning driver on a green light must yield to all oncoming through-traffic and pedestrians before completing the turn.

Question 30: Who qualifies as a supervising driver for a Class 7 learner in Alberta?

Any fully licensed driver who is at least 18 years old and seated in the front passenger seat (Correct answer)
A licensed driver with at least 5 years of experience
A parent or legal guardian only
Any licensed driver aged 16 or older

Correct answer: Any fully licensed driver who is at least 18 years old and seated in the front passenger seat

A supervisor must be fully licensed (not GDL), at least 18 years old, and seated beside the learner in the front passenger seat.

Question 31: How many demerit points will trigger a licence review or suspension for a GDL driver in Alberta?

6 points
15 points
12 points
8 points (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 8 points

GDL drivers face licence suspension proceedings when they accumulate 8 or more demerit points, a lower threshold than fully licensed drivers.

Alberta Class 7 Learner's Knowledge Test

The Alberta Class 7 Learner's Knowledge Test evaluates applicants on traffic signs, rules of the road, safe driving practices, and Alberta driving laws. You must score at least 25 out of 30 (83%) to obtain your learner's licence.

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